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Yes, that was a Helluva democracy Saddam Hussein gifted to the people of Iraq.
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The recent Gallup poll indicates that public trust in media has reached its lowest level in 30 years, with only 44% of Americans expressing confidence in media accuracy. This decline follows a CBS News controversy regarding faulty reporting on President George W. Bush's military service, which has contributed to a broader skepticism towards media credibility. The poll was conducted after doubts about CBS's reporting emerged but before the network issued an apology. Discussions highlight a growing trend of skepticism among the public, with some attributing this to a belief in media bias and a desire for alternative news sources. The conversation also touches on the impact of political narratives, particularly regarding the Iraq War, and how perceptions of media bias may influence public opinion and electoral outcomes. Participants express concerns about the implications of declining trust in media, suggesting a need for more empirical and scientifically grounded reporting standards.
Yes, that was a Helluva democracy Saddam Hussein gifted to the people of Iraq.
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The Russians tried for 10 years to force Communism on the Afghans and that didn’t work. I wonder how long we will try to force Democracy on Iraq?
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The phrase "force democracy" is an oxymoron.Outcast said: